DAN C4-SFX

[dondan]

Thank you for the high activity on the survey. Nearly 1000 votes in total.

Would you buy the C4-SFX?
- 89% if i made changes or optimise the current version
- 11% not interested in

What changes to the case should be made?
- 40% made it 15mm more wide
- 30% keep it as it is with optimizations
- 25% make 12l pure sandwich
- 5% other

Would you buy the case without I/O like USB-A or USB-C?
- 56% i do not need USB
- 44% i need USB

So what will i do?
- i will make the case 15mm more wide
# gpu support up to 3slot 320mm length, 140mm height
# air cooling up to 145mm
# 280 aio support also with 45mm thick radiator

- i will make sandwich layout optional (you have to buy your own flex riser)
- gpu on top will be the new default layout
- the bottom is covered
- increase the size of the vent area on the side panels so the 280 rad will get more air
- remove the bar in the middle of the rad bracket for better airflow

- i will add one single USB-C next to the power button
- i think about removing the logo

 

[MarcParis]

that what I call "VOX POPULI"..

 

[Valantar]

I really wish all case makers were this responsive and receptive to feedback!

 

[Questors]

Thank you for the high activity on the survey. Nearly 1000 votes in total.

Would you buy the C4-SFX?
- 89% if i made changes or optimise the current version
- 11% not interested in

What changes to the case should be made?
- 40% made it 15mm more wide
- 30% keep it as it is with optimizations
- 25% make 12l pure sandwich
- 5% other

Would you buy the case without I/O like USB-A or USB-C?
- 56% i do not need USB
- 44% i need USB

So what will i do?
- i will make the case 15mm more wide
# gpu support up to 3slot 320mm length, 140mm height
# air cooling up to 145mm
# 280 aio support also with 45mm thick radiator

- i will make sandwich layout optional (you have to buy your own flex riser)
- gpu on top will be the new default layout
- the bottom is covered
- increase the size of the vent area on the side panels so the 280 rad will get more air
- remove the bar in the middle of the rad bracket for better airflow

- i will add one single USB-C next to the power button
- i think about removing the logo

We are very interested in this case for a new build for the wife and have been following development. The front single USB-C is fantastic for her needs and keeps the case looking clean. Thank you for that. Neither of us are bothered by the logo, though I can understand others not wanting it. Overall the list of changes is perfect.

 

[paulesko]

Thank you for the high activity on the survey. Nearly 1000 votes in total.

Would you buy the C4-SFX?
- 89% if i made changes or optimise the current version
- 11% not interested in

What changes to the case should be made?
- 40% made it 15mm more wide
- 30% keep it as it is with optimizations
- 25% make 12l pure sandwich
- 5% other

Would you buy the case without I/O like USB-A or USB-C?
- 56% i do not need USB
- 44% i need USB

So what will i do?
- i will make the case 15mm more wide
# gpu support up to 3slot 320mm length, 140mm height
# air cooling up to 145mm
# 280 aio support also with 45mm thick radiator

- i will make sandwich layout optional (you have to buy your own flex riser)
- gpu on top will be the new default layout
- the bottom is covered
- increase the size of the vent area on the side panels so the 280 rad will get more air
- remove the bar in the middle of the rad bracket for better airflow

- i will add one single USB-C next to the power button
- i think about removing the logo

In my opinion you are going to nail it

 

[BRSxIgnition]

Not going to lie - after seeing the B4 renders and the C4 review I'm more excited for that case... but these changes may just sway me back.

Wishing you all the best on the endeavor, Dan.

 

[Kundahli]

Any thought on increasing the ventilation holes on the top panel as well, @dondan

 

[remotebert]

Thank you for the high activity on the survey. Nearly 1000 votes in total.

Would you buy the C4-SFX?
- 89% if i made changes or optimise the current version
- 11% not interested in

What changes to the case should be made?
- 40% made it 15mm more wide
- 30% keep it as it is with optimizations
- 25% make 12l pure sandwich
- 5% other

Would you buy the case without I/O like USB-A or USB-C?
- 56% i do not need USB
- 44% i need USB

So what will i do?
- i will make the case 15mm more wide
# gpu support up to 3slot 320mm length, 140mm height
# air cooling up to 145mm
# 280 aio support also with 45mm thick radiator

- i will make sandwich layout optional (you have to buy your own flex riser)
- gpu on top will be the new default layout
- the bottom is covered
- increase the size of the vent area on the side panels so the 280 rad will get more air
- remove the bar in the middle of the rad bracket for better airflow

- i will add one single USB-C next to the power button
- i think about removing the logo

I like the logo. ¯\_(ツ)_/¯

 

[DTorgue]

I’m glad to see the list of changes, and think it will positively improve the case. I would love to see a blasted finish for a premium, or e-coat instead of brushed.
I don’t personally mind the logo. It’s very low impact visually

 

[dondan]

Any thought on increasing the ventilation holes on the top panel as well, @dondan

I do not increase the size of the holes i increase the covering area.

 

[bushonpen]

I’m glad to see the list of changes, and think it will positively improve the case. I would love to see a blasted finish for a premium, or e-coat instead of brushed.
I don’t personally mind the logo. It’s very low impact visually

Wasn't the logo removable? I personally like the case without the logo, but if it is removable I think that is the best of both worlds

 

[Sieglinde]

Personally I think the logo needs to go, other than that Im looking forward to the changes.

 

[stanleyguan]

Great list of changes! Really looking forward to it. Are we still looking at Q4 2021 with the changes, or would it be later?

 

[irememberflick]

@dondan

In this picture we can see what I think looks like the C14s and the power supply facing the side of the case. However, in the optimum video he says the C14s can only be fitted if the power supply faces the front of the case

Is optimum wrong or is the picture wrong? Or maybe it isn't the c14s in the picture

 

[dondan]

it depends with a 140mm fan Ali is right with a 120mm fan not.

 

[Nero]

Just coming in to say there's a very high chance I buy the new 15mm larger version
Will put a 3090FE in there.

Listening to feedback is a win-win for everyone involved, thanks for doing just that!

 

[mecher]

15mm more wide seem to be a good choice, I really want to upgrade from my M1 V5.
If 15mm more wide, is it possible to mount the power supply horizontal? (power supply fan face down when flip, the power supply suck air from bottom and exhaust at side panel)
When mount the SFX power at front, can we still mount two 25mm fan at side panel.

 

[dondan]

15mm more wide seem to be a good choice, I really want to upgrade from my M1 V5.
If 15mm more wide, is it possible to mount the power supply horizontal? (power supply fan face down when flip, the power supply suck air from bottom and exhaust at side panel)

Like in the InWin A1?

When mount the SFX power at front, can we still mount two 25mm fan at side panel.

Do you mean the position for full C4 compatibility? If yes my answer is yes.

 

[millerbedicks]

I have a msi gaming x trio 6800 xt, does that mean that I can't consider this case?

 

[kkl888]

- increase the size of the vent area on the side panels so the 280 rad will get more air

Yes please! It would look good if the bezel of the side panel is thinner

- i think about removing the logo

I personally think the logo looks nice. Removing it looks a bit empty at the front panel. I tried sketching it with different versions:
With logo

Without logo

With led power button switch

With power button switch and led light indicator on top of it.

Among the versions, I'd vote for logo or power button at front panel, at least it doesn't look too empty. Just a bit of my thought =)